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Learn about Emilia Sykes, the first Black person elected to represent Ohio's 13th Congressional District, and her work on economic opportunity, safer communities and affordable healthcare. Find out how to contact her, request a flag, get agency help, apply for an internship, and more.
Emilia Strong Sykes (born January 4, 1986) is an American politician who is the U.S. representative for Ohio's 13th congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, she formerly represented the 34th district of the Ohio House of Representatives, which consists of portions of the Akron area.
- Democratic
- Kristin Boggs (Acting)
Nov 8, 2022 · Her current term ends on January 3, 2025. Sykes ( Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 13th Congressional District. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 19, 2024.
Nov 10, 2022 · Democrat Emilia Sykes, a former Ohio House minority leader, defeated Republican Madison Gesiotto Gilbert, a Trump loyalist, in the closely watched race for the new 13th district. Sykes, an Akron native, will represent the city and parts of Summit, Stark and Portage counties in Congress.
Oct 18, 2021 · Learn how state Rep. Emilia Sykes, 35, became the first Black female leader of the Ohio House and a potential candidate for higher office. Read about her advocacy for voters of color, her bipartisan deals and her family legacy in politics.
- Titus Wu
Jan 30, 2023 · Akron native and former state representative Emilia Sykes made history as the first woman of color to represent Ohio's 13th District in Congress. She pledged to increase opportunity, safety and education for her constituents and received praise from local officials and community members.
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Sep 8, 2022 · Watch or read the full interview with State Rep. Emilia Sykes, a Democrat running for Ohio's 13th Congressional District in 2022. She discusses her priorities, achievements, and contrasts with her opponent Madison Gesiotto Gilbert.
